Play Therapy in Capitol Hill, Denver, CO
Susan Finnefrock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
Waitlist for new clients
Training in play therapy, expressive arts, mindfulness, and progressive relaxation augments traditional talk therapy, offering a more individualized therapeutic approach.
Welcome! If you are searching for a therapist, you are looking for relief or change in your life. For all of us, life can be hard at times and you are courageous to embark on this journey of discovery. I know what it is like to sit on the other side of the therapist's chair. I am honored and privileged to walk this part of your journey with you while instilling great hope for healing and wholeness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and facilitate groups for women of partners or spouses experiencing sex addiction or sexual integrity issues.
Training in play therapy, expressive arts, mindfulness, and progressive relaxation augments traditional talk therapy, offering a more individualized therapeutic approach.
Welcome! If you are searching for a therapist, you are looking for relief or change in your life. For all of us, life can be hard at times and you are courageous to embark on this journey of discovery. I know what it is like to sit on the other side of the therapist's chair. I am honored and privileged to walk this part of your journey with you while instilling great hope for healing and wholeness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and facilitate groups for women of partners or spouses experiencing sex addiction or sexual integrity issues.
Center for Resilience Strategies
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
Stressed? Anxious? Unresolved trauma? Grief from loss? Relationship issues? Low self-esteem? We're here to help you make big changes in your life. CRS provides accessible, affordable, and effective mental health services for Coloradans. With offices in Denver, Aurora, Westminster, and Wheat Ridge, CRS provides individual counseling for teens and adults, play therapy, couple and marital therapy, and family therapy. We work with multiple insurance companies and offer income-based fees for services, all provided in a private practice clinic setting or via telehealth.
Stressed? Anxious? Unresolved trauma? Grief from loss? Relationship issues? Low self-esteem? We're here to help you make big changes in your life. CRS provides accessible, affordable, and effective mental health services for Coloradans. With offices in Denver, Aurora, Westminster, and Wheat Ridge, CRS provides individual counseling for teens and adults, play therapy, couple and marital therapy, and family therapy. We work with multiple insurance companies and offer income-based fees for services, all provided in a private practice clinic setting or via telehealth.
Bethany Marie Crile
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
I integrate play therapy and TF-CBT techniques into my work.
As a passionate and empathetic mental health professional, I seek to provide creative, exploratory therapeutic practices to help children and adolescents flourish. I hold space for children to think, feel, explore, and make sense of their innermost worlds. I seek to enhance their brain/body connections to aid in healthy, autonomous development while healing from past traumatic experiences. My approach is very playful, child-directed, and trauma-informed. I am simply an instrument to help children unlock their unique gifts and potentials. Together, we will work towards integration of mind, body, and spirit.
I integrate play therapy and TF-CBT techniques into my work.
As a passionate and empathetic mental health professional, I seek to provide creative, exploratory therapeutic practices to help children and adolescents flourish. I hold space for children to think, feel, explore, and make sense of their innermost worlds. I seek to enhance their brain/body connections to aid in healthy, autonomous development while healing from past traumatic experiences. My approach is very playful, child-directed, and trauma-informed. I am simply an instrument to help children unlock their unique gifts and potentials. Together, we will work towards integration of mind, body, and spirit.
C.J. Malament
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
Waitlist for new clients
I use an eclectic approach that draws from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems, as well as here-and-now activities that might utilize art, mindfulness, play, writing, drama, or animal-assisted activities.
I believe that everyone deserves to live a deeply engaged, fiercely connected and meaningful life. I offer a neurodiversity-affirming, mind-body approach for people who need to reset from shame, blame, or negativity; who want to increase their confidence and self-esteem; who want to heal from difficult experiences; who want to get unstuck; who want to find connection with others; who want to find their voice and find peace.
I use an eclectic approach that draws from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems, as well as here-and-now activities that might utilize art, mindfulness, play, writing, drama, or animal-assisted activities.
I believe that everyone deserves to live a deeply engaged, fiercely connected and meaningful life. I offer a neurodiversity-affirming, mind-body approach for people who need to reset from shame, blame, or negativity; who want to increase their confidence and self-esteem; who want to heal from difficult experiences; who want to get unstuck; who want to find connection with others; who want to find their voice and find peace.
I also utilize play therapy, sand tray therapy, and cognitive and behavioral models.
Therapy can be an invitation to explore our inner world and how it relates to the development of the self, relationships, and our way of making meaning in this world. My aim as a psychologist is to offer that unique space to clients where transformation, challenge and deeper understanding can occur. I specialize in grief and loss, end of life concerns, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and psychosocial oncology. I work with adults, children, and adolescents for psychotherapy and provide assessments for autism, learning disabilities and social/emotional concerns.
I also utilize play therapy, sand tray therapy, and cognitive and behavioral models.
Therapy can be an invitation to explore our inner world and how it relates to the development of the self, relationships, and our way of making meaning in this world. My aim as a psychologist is to offer that unique space to clients where transformation, challenge and deeper understanding can occur. I specialize in grief and loss, end of life concerns, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and psychosocial oncology. I work with adults, children, and adolescents for psychotherapy and provide assessments for autism, learning disabilities and social/emotional concerns.
Growing up isn't easy, and neither is parenting! My goal is to be a resource for you and your child as you navigate the challenges of life together. Through the use of Play Therapy, I strive to provide a place where your child can feel safe to communicate and process their emotions, fears, and experiences in a way that feels natural and comfortable to them.
Growing up isn't easy, and neither is parenting! My goal is to be a resource for you and your child as you navigate the challenges of life together. Through the use of Play Therapy, I strive to provide a place where your child can feel safe to communicate and process their emotions, fears, and experiences in a way that feels natural and comfortable to them.
Elizabeth Bogen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80206
I offer both in-person and telehealth services including play therapy, individual therapy, group therapy, parenting support, and family therapy.
Have you or your child experienced grief, anxiety, or difficult changes as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, a death, or traumatic experience? I support children, adolescents, young adults and their caregivers in growing their ability to cope and regulate with these difficulties. I offer an individualized approach to therapy. I have extensive experience in providing group services, play therapy, and individual/family clinical interventions. I offer both in-person and remote services that focus on promoting resiliency and preventing disruptive grief, including symptoms of anxiety, depression, reactions to trauma, and suicidality.
I offer both in-person and telehealth services including play therapy, individual therapy, group therapy, parenting support, and family therapy.
Have you or your child experienced grief, anxiety, or difficult changes as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, a death, or traumatic experience? I support children, adolescents, young adults and their caregivers in growing their ability to cope and regulate with these difficulties. I offer an individualized approach to therapy. I have extensive experience in providing group services, play therapy, and individual/family clinical interventions. I offer both in-person and remote services that focus on promoting resiliency and preventing disruptive grief, including symptoms of anxiety, depression, reactions to trauma, and suicidality.
Libby Dunnigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
We all have unique experiences that shape our perspectives. I believe that through self-awareness and vulnerability, we can all grow to become more resilient and confident individuals. As a licensed clinical therapist, I will guide you through the therapeutic process and empower you with the skills to feel more in control in your life. I’ll help you build a toolbox of coping strategies to find what works best for you. I have a client-centered, collaborative style that draws techniques from a variety of therapy modalities including (but not limited to): CBT, Psychodynamic, DBT, Solution-focused, Strength-based, and Play Therapy.
We all have unique experiences that shape our perspectives. I believe that through self-awareness and vulnerability, we can all grow to become more resilient and confident individuals. As a licensed clinical therapist, I will guide you through the therapeutic process and empower you with the skills to feel more in control in your life. I’ll help you build a toolbox of coping strategies to find what works best for you. I have a client-centered, collaborative style that draws techniques from a variety of therapy modalities including (but not limited to): CBT, Psychodynamic, DBT, Solution-focused, Strength-based, and Play Therapy.
Taija Sites
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
In my work with young children, I utilize play therapy.
Currently only have openings for virtual clients! Are you feeling disconnected, anxious, or overwhelmed? I believe that every person should have the opportunity to be in the driver's seat of their mental health journey. In my practice, I partner with you to create a safe, empowering space and utilize a trauma-informed and client-centered approach to support you in deepening self-awareness, building internal support, and processing difficult life experiences. I strive to guide you back to connection with yourself, your community, and your environment.
In my work with young children, I utilize play therapy.
Currently only have openings for virtual clients! Are you feeling disconnected, anxious, or overwhelmed? I believe that every person should have the opportunity to be in the driver's seat of their mental health journey. In my practice, I partner with you to create a safe, empowering space and utilize a trauma-informed and client-centered approach to support you in deepening self-awareness, building internal support, and processing difficult life experiences. I strive to guide you back to connection with yourself, your community, and your environment.
Dawn Goers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
When working with children I also incorporate child-centered play therapy to encourage therapeutic expression and healing.
After working with children and families for 15 years in foster care and adoption settings, I developed a passion for empowering people who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, and who struggle with relationship issues. Life always presents challenges and the ability to move through those challenges with a strong sense of self is important. I work closely with clients to develop a strong therapeutic relationship, which engenders an environment of safety and promotes healing. I am an EMDR Certified Clinician which integrates attachment theory, CBT and emotion regulation. I also use child-centered play therapy with children.
When working with children I also incorporate child-centered play therapy to encourage therapeutic expression and healing.
After working with children and families for 15 years in foster care and adoption settings, I developed a passion for empowering people who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, and who struggle with relationship issues. Life always presents challenges and the ability to move through those challenges with a strong sense of self is important. I work closely with clients to develop a strong therapeutic relationship, which engenders an environment of safety and promotes healing. I am an EMDR Certified Clinician which integrates attachment theory, CBT and emotion regulation. I also use child-centered play therapy with children.
Dr. Amber Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
I am certified in Synergetic Play Therapy.
Therapy is all about you-you're the expert. I take a client-centered, solution-focused approach to therapy. I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative one in which you are the expert on yourself, and I come into the session with the experience and skills to help. I have a laid back style and like using humor, when appropriate. I enjoy working with children, adolescent, and adult clients who are struggling with eating disorders, mood issues, life transitions, and chronic health issues.
I am certified in Synergetic Play Therapy.
Therapy is all about you-you're the expert. I take a client-centered, solution-focused approach to therapy. I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative one in which you are the expert on yourself, and I come into the session with the experience and skills to help. I have a laid back style and like using humor, when appropriate. I enjoy working with children, adolescent, and adult clients who are struggling with eating disorders, mood issues, life transitions, and chronic health issues.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
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Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
I work collaboratively with the various systems that often come into play in a child's life.
Are you looking for a therapist who can help your child or teenager learn to manage their emotions instead of engaging in all-out temper tantrums? As a caregiver, are you wondering what the best approach is to manage these difficult moments and to deepen your relationship with your child at the same time? In a therapy session with me, your child will learn techniques to encourage self-awareness in order to prevent acting-out behavior and you will learn strategies to support your child on this journey. A typical therapy session may include play therapy, yoga poses, breathwork, and/or creative arts.
I work collaboratively with the various systems that often come into play in a child's life.
Are you looking for a therapist who can help your child or teenager learn to manage their emotions instead of engaging in all-out temper tantrums? As a caregiver, are you wondering what the best approach is to manage these difficult moments and to deepen your relationship with your child at the same time? In a therapy session with me, your child will learn techniques to encourage self-awareness in order to prevent acting-out behavior and you will learn strategies to support your child on this journey. A typical therapy session may include play therapy, yoga poses, breathwork, and/or creative arts.
Erin Lynn Zachow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203
I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, incorporating cognitive-behavioral techniques, play therapy and mindfulness based interventions.
With over 20 years of experience, helping children and families navigate through difficult life situations, I am dedicated to empowering my clients to be the best version of themselves. My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered, tailoring treatment to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual.
I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, incorporating cognitive-behavioral techniques, play therapy and mindfulness based interventions.
With over 20 years of experience, helping children and families navigate through difficult life situations, I am dedicated to empowering my clients to be the best version of themselves. My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered, tailoring treatment to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual.
Joyous Life Counseling,LLC
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80208
I use Play Therapy as a therapeutic tool with toddlers to school age children.
Counseling is my passion. It is my passion because I have seen lives and families change through this powerful growth and healing medium. Many people find themselves feeling stuck and frozen in their lives and circumstances. They don't believe they have choices or options. Counseling provides clients with the opportunity to make life changes and acquire tools to navigate life in a new way. This enables them to make changes in their families, relationships, jobs and future goals.
I use Play Therapy as a therapeutic tool with toddlers to school age children.
Counseling is my passion. It is my passion because I have seen lives and families change through this powerful growth and healing medium. Many people find themselves feeling stuck and frozen in their lives and circumstances. They don't believe they have choices or options. Counseling provides clients with the opportunity to make life changes and acquire tools to navigate life in a new way. This enables them to make changes in their families, relationships, jobs and future goals.
With young children, I utilize play and family therapy providing a systemic approach.
Hello, I have been a Licensed Psychologist for over 10 years. I specialize in assessments to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Learning Disorder, Cognitive and/or Adaptive Testing, and Personality and Mood evaluations. I use an integrative and strengths based approach to therapy and assessment, where personal values, beliefs, and strengths are utilized in our work together in therapy. Email or call me today with questions or to schedule an appointment. Please note I currently do not have availability for new therapy clients. I only have availability for assessments.
With young children, I utilize play and family therapy providing a systemic approach.
Hello, I have been a Licensed Psychologist for over 10 years. I specialize in assessments to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Learning Disorder, Cognitive and/or Adaptive Testing, and Personality and Mood evaluations. I use an integrative and strengths based approach to therapy and assessment, where personal values, beliefs, and strengths are utilized in our work together in therapy. Email or call me today with questions or to schedule an appointment. Please note I currently do not have availability for new therapy clients. I only have availability for assessments.
Dr. Jeff Boscoe-Huffman and Dr. Scott Boscoe-Huffman treat children, adolescents, adults, and families. We provide individual, group and family therapy as well as psychological evaluations, psychosexual evaluations, crisis debriefings, consultation, and supervision. Treatment includes Play Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, DBT, EMDR and Trauma Focused CBT. We treat a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, anger, parental divorce/separation, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, ADHD, low self-esteem, emotional/physical/sexual abuse, academic performance and behavior issues, suicidal ideation, mood disorder( including Bipolar Disorder), thought disorder, PTSD, Boderline Personality Disorder and Asperger's Disorder.
Dr. Jeff Boscoe-Huffman and Dr. Scott Boscoe-Huffman treat children, adolescents, adults, and families. We provide individual, group and family therapy as well as psychological evaluations, psychosexual evaluations, crisis debriefings, consultation, and supervision. Treatment includes Play Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, DBT, EMDR and Trauma Focused CBT. We treat a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, anger, parental divorce/separation, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, ADHD, low self-esteem, emotional/physical/sexual abuse, academic performance and behavior issues, suicidal ideation, mood disorder( including Bipolar Disorder), thought disorder, PTSD, Boderline Personality Disorder and Asperger's Disorder.
Amanda (Amy) Pickett-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80208
My specialty areas include grief/loss, chronic/terminal illness, trauma, abuse, infertility, post-partum mood disorders, divorce/children of divorce, depression/anxiety, ADD/ADHD, gifted and twice-exceptional children, play therapy, art therapy and family and couples therapy.
I have provided counseling services in Denver since completing graduate school in 1999. I worked in both pediatric and adult medical settings, including hematology/oncology, emergency trauma and hospice. For 8 years, I worked at a school and community based medical clinic providing psychotherapy to all ages. I have also enjoyed private practice over the years. In each setting I work, including private practice, my therapeutic modality varies, but I always come from a strengths based/empowerment approach. I love somatic (mind/body) based work, as I am also a yoga teacher.
My specialty areas include grief/loss, chronic/terminal illness, trauma, abuse, infertility, post-partum mood disorders, divorce/children of divorce, depression/anxiety, ADD/ADHD, gifted and twice-exceptional children, play therapy, art therapy and family and couples therapy.
I have provided counseling services in Denver since completing graduate school in 1999. I worked in both pediatric and adult medical settings, including hematology/oncology, emergency trauma and hospice. For 8 years, I worked at a school and community based medical clinic providing psychotherapy to all ages. I have also enjoyed private practice over the years. In each setting I work, including private practice, my therapeutic modality varies, but I always come from a strengths based/empowerment approach. I love somatic (mind/body) based work, as I am also a yoga teacher.
I use therapeutic modalities including art therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, trauma-informed practices, CBT, DBT, and play therapy.
Hi there! I operate strongly with the belief that kindness and care for others goes a long way. I enjoy connecting with and helping others regardless of our differences. I am passionate about working with kids and with family preservation. I hope to be an advocate for a child when they may not otherwise have one. I aim to help families connect and better understand one another to create a more cohesive home environment. As an artist, I am especially passionate about using art as healing. Art can create a strong container for difficult emotions, and I believe you don’t have to be an artist to benefit from the power of art making!
I use therapeutic modalities including art therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, trauma-informed practices, CBT, DBT, and play therapy.
Hi there! I operate strongly with the belief that kindness and care for others goes a long way. I enjoy connecting with and helping others regardless of our differences. I am passionate about working with kids and with family preservation. I hope to be an advocate for a child when they may not otherwise have one. I aim to help families connect and better understand one another to create a more cohesive home environment. As an artist, I am especially passionate about using art as healing. Art can create a strong container for difficult emotions, and I believe you don’t have to be an artist to benefit from the power of art making!
Kristen Sexton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203 (Online Only)
I am trauma-informed and passionate about helping individuals throughout the lifespan reprocess their trauma safely so that they can use it as a stepping stone instead of a stumbling block or barrier in life. I have worked with clients to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, life transitions, grief/loss and relationship difficulties. I do not believe one therapeutic model fits all and will draw on various models and techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Experiential Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based Trauma-Informed Talk Therapy and aspects of play therapy.
I am trauma-informed and passionate about helping individuals throughout the lifespan reprocess their trauma safely so that they can use it as a stepping stone instead of a stumbling block or barrier in life. I have worked with clients to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, life transitions, grief/loss and relationship difficulties. I do not believe one therapeutic model fits all and will draw on various models and techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Experiential Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based Trauma-Informed Talk Therapy and aspects of play therapy.
Natasha Alvandi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Capitol Hill, Denver, CO 80203 (Online Only)
I combine various evidence-based techniques—such as EMDR, CBT, IFS, DBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy—tailoring our sessions to your unique needs.
Have traumatic events left you feeling lost, disconnected, and struggling to communicate? Do you want to trust others, but feel like you can't trust yourself? You're not alone. Together, we will work to overcome the silencing and invalidating effects of trauma. My goal is to provide a safe, dedicated space where your voice is heard, and your experiences are respected. In therapy, we will work together at a pace that is right for you, allowing you to process past events and explore your emotions and experiences. This journey can be challenging, but through our collaboration, you can build resilience and regain trust in yourself.
I combine various evidence-based techniques—such as EMDR, CBT, IFS, DBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy—tailoring our sessions to your unique needs.
Have traumatic events left you feeling lost, disconnected, and struggling to communicate? Do you want to trust others, but feel like you can't trust yourself? You're not alone. Together, we will work to overcome the silencing and invalidating effects of trauma. My goal is to provide a safe, dedicated space where your voice is heard, and your experiences are respected. In therapy, we will work together at a pace that is right for you, allowing you to process past events and explore your emotions and experiences. This journey can be challenging, but through our collaboration, you can build resilience and regain trust in yourself.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.